Yoakum Bulldogs (Yoakum, TX) backers exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they saw their softball squad nip the host Tidehaven Tigers (El Maton, TX), 8-5 in a league challenge.

The Bulldogs now own a 15-9 record. They take the field next when they host Luling for a non-league challenge on Thursday, April 27. Yoakum will battle a Eagles squad coming off a 8-3 league win over Cole (San Antonio, TX). The Eagles record now stands at 12-17.

With the loss, Tidehaven falls to 6-17 on the campaign.